The term "stifled" is not directly used in the Berean Standard Bible , but the concept of being stifled, particularly in a spiritual or emotional sense, is present throughout the Scriptures. To be stifled can mean to be suppressed, restrained, or hindered, often in the context of spiritual growth, expression, or freedom.

Spiritual Stifling

In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul addresses the issue of spiritual stifling in his letters to the early churches. In 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Paul exhorts believers, "Do not quench the Spirit." This verse implies that the Holy Spirit's work can be stifled or suppressed by human actions or attitudes. The imagery of quenching suggests putting out a fire, indicating that the Spirit's influence can be diminished by neglect, disobedience, or sin.

Similarly, in Ephesians 4:30, Paul warns, "And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption." Grieving the Spirit can be understood as stifling His work within us, through actions that are contrary to God's will, such as bitterness, anger, and malice (Ephesians 4:31).

Emotional and Relational Stifling

The Bible also addresses the stifling of emotions and relationships. In the context of marriage, for example, the Apostle Peter advises husbands to live considerately with their wives, "so that your prayers will not be hindered" (1 Peter 3:7). This suggests that relational discord can stifle one's spiritual life and communication with God.

Moreover, the Proverbs offer wisdom on the stifling effects of anger and pride. Proverbs 29:11 states, "A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man holds it back." Here, the wise man avoids being stifled by uncontrolled emotions, choosing instead to exercise restraint and wisdom.

Stifling of Truth and Righteousness

The suppression of truth and righteousness is another form of stifling addressed in Scripture. Romans 1:18 speaks of those who "suppress the truth by their wickedness." This suppression, or stifling, of truth leads to a darkened understanding and separation from God.

In the prophetic books, the stifling of justice and righteousness is a recurring theme. The prophet Amos declares, "But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!" (Amos 5:24). This call to let justice and righteousness flow freely stands in opposition to the stifling effects of corruption and injustice.

Overcoming Stifling

The Bible provides guidance on overcoming the stifling influences of sin, fear, and worldly pressures. In 2 Timothy 1:7, Paul encourages Timothy, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." This verse highlights the empowerment of the Holy Spirit to overcome stifling fears and to live boldly in faith.

Believers are also encouraged to "throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles" (Hebrews 12:1), suggesting an active role in removing the stifling weights of sin and distraction to run the race of faith with perseverance.

In summary, while the term "stifled" may not appear explicitly in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is woven throughout Scripture, addressing the suppression of the Spirit, emotions, truth, and righteousness. Believers are called to live in the freedom and power of the Holy Spirit, overcoming the stifling influences of sin and the world.1. (imp. & p. p.) of Stifle.

2. (a.) Stifling.

7843. shachath -- perhaps to go to ruin
... harm (2), jeopardize (1), laid waste (1), polluted (1), raiders (2), ravage (1),
ravaged (1), ruin (1), ruined (4), set (1), spoiled (1), stifled (1), waste (1 ...
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The Knowledge of God Stifled or Corrupted, Ignorantly or ...
... BOOK FIRST. OF THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD THE CREATOR CHAPTER 4. THE KNOWLEDGE
OF GOD STIFLED OR CORRUPTED, IGNORANTLY OR MALICIOUSLY. ...
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At the Temple Gate
... had not come in the manner that they expected, and though at times they had been
convinced that He was the Son of God, yet they had stifled conviction, and ...
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Description of Love in General.
... things which are incompatible with our wishes are less desirable, the wishes are
more imperfect, since they are stopped and, as it were, stifled by contraries ...
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Thirsting for God
... The longing for 'the living God' belongs to all men. Thwarted, stifled,
it still survives. Unconscious, it is our deepest misery. ...
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Conclusion
... sparingly used, for psalmi idiotici, as the novel and original compositions were
called, were forbidden by the Church and a new hymnody was thus stifled at its ...
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The Right to Regulate My Private Affairs as I Wish
... She had just the right combination of humility and pride in her manner.
I quickly stifled the desire to say, "I don't want to wash! ...
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Of Uncharitable Truth.
... A man may do things which to God and his own conscience render him abominable, and
yet keep his reputation with men: but when this stifled crime breaks out ...
/.../allestree/the government of the tongue/section vi of uncharitable truth.htm

Open the History of America, the History of England...
... The primate, bowed with age, and bathed in tears, gave, in a stifled voice, his
tender benedictions to his unhappy friend, and fell, without consciousness ...
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The First Word from the Cross
... scene? The answer is to be found in the sentences which he uttered, as He
hung, before His senses were stifled by the mists of death. ...
/.../stalker/the trial and death of jesus christ/chapter xiv the first word.htm

Messiah Derided Upon the Cross
... doing Him service. By this infatuation, every hateful passion is sanctified,
and every feeling of humanity stifled. Thus, though ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/newton/messiah vol 1/sermon xxi messiah derided upon.htm

Stifled (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (imp. & pp) of Stifle. 2. (a.) Stifling.
Multi-Version Concordance Stifled (2 Occurrences). Luke 8:14 ...
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Stifle (5 Occurrences)

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Yield (78 Occurrences)
... Luke 8:14 That which fell among the thorns means those who have heard, but as they
go on their way, the Message is stifled by the anxieties, wealth and ...
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Gaieties (1 Occurrence)
... Luke 8:14 That which fell among the thorns means those who have heard, but as they
go on their way, the Message is stifled by the anxieties, wealth and ...
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Deaf (22 Occurrences)
... 3. (a.) Deprived of the power of hearing; deafened. 4. (a.) Obscurely heard; stifled;
deadened. 5. (a.) Decayed; tasteless; dead; as, a deaf nut; deaf corn. ...
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Anxieties (5 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Luke 8:14 That which fell among the thorns means those who have heard, but
as they go on their way, the Message is stifled by the anxieties, wealth and ...
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Stifling (1 Occurrence)

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Message (222 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Luke 8:14 That which fell among the thorns means those who have heard, but
as they go on their way, the Message is stifled by the anxieties, wealth and ...
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Wealth (340 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Luke 8:14 That which fell among the thorns means those who have heard, but
as they go on their way, the Message is stifled by the anxieties, wealth and ...
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Nothing (769 Occurrences)
... Luke 8:14 That which fell among the thorns means those who have heard, but as they
go on their way, the Message is stifled by the anxieties, wealth and ...
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